KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – On June 8, 2026, at 7:37 a.m., a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Maasim, Sarangani, affecting parts of Southern Mindanao and causing fatalities, injuries, and structural damage in several affected areas. Despite the strong tremor, agricultural monitoring in South Cotabato showed no reported damage to crops, livestock, or farm infrastructure.
Provincial Agriculturist Dr. Raul D. Teves reported that as of latest monitoring, “no agriculture-related damages have been recorded by the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg)”.
Continuous assessment is being conducted to ensure the safety and condition of farms, livestock, and agricultural facilities across the province.
Meanwhile, the Department of Agriculture Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Section issued an advisory urging farmers and fisherfolk to take precautionary measures.
Farmers are advised to secure livestock in safe shelters with adequate food and water, inspect farms for cracks, landslides, sinkholes, and damaged irrigation systems, and document any agricultural losses, the advisory reported.
Fisherfolk are advised to secure boats, move away from coastal areas, and remain in deeper waters if already at sea until further notice.
For any concerns or reports related to agricultural impacts, the public is advised to coordinate with the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) or visit its official Facebook page for updates and assistance.
